Police investigate fatal 'fail-to-stop' collision near Reading
Pedestrian hit by vehicle during the early hours of yesterday morning
Last updated 12th Jul 2021
Police are investigating a fatal 'hit and run' incident near Reading.
It happened during the early hours of yesterday morning between 2.30am and 6.30am on Wyfold Lane at Peppard Common.
A man in his forties was found with severe injuries and sadly was pronounced dead at the scene.
His next of kin have been informed and are receiving support from specialist Police officers.
The full circumstances are being investigated but it appears the man was involved in a collision with a vehicle which has then left the scene.
Senior Investigating officer, Detective Sergeant Tony Jenkins, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit at Three Mile Cross, said:
“Sadly, a man has died in this incident and firstly our thoughts go out to his friends and family.
“The vehicle involved in this collision has not stopped and has left the scene.
“I would ask anyone who was travelling in the area during the early hours of this morning and has any information which could help us, to please get in touch.
“Also, we would request that those in the area between 2.30am and 6.30am can check their dash-cam recordings or CCTV.
“If you have any information, witnessed this incident or think you might be able to help with the investigation, please contact Thames Valley Police non-emergency number on 101 or make a report online using the reference number 43210306555.
“You can also make a report completely anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111.”